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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1874
Page
3
A collection of short notes covers a Senate vote against revival of a measure, criminal cases, temperance progress, marriages, state governance, and local tributes. Mentions include Ohio probate courts, a protest over a 91 and 93 year old couple marriage, a West Jefferson homicide, the Indiana or Wisconsin editor tone, and Gov Noyes’s praised tenure ahead of Governor Allen’s inaugural speech.
An Ohio procession for Governor Allen’s inauguration faced a long delay as Toledo Cadets were late. Crowds endured an hour and a half of wait while bands froze, and frustration rose. The line of march moved through Broad High Mound Third Town Seventh to the governor’s residence with detailed regiments and bands in varied uniforms. The East Terrace crowd grew, with an outspoken woman advocate silenced and humor from officials easing tension.
A detailed recounting of the Ohio gubernatorial inauguration. William Allen takes the oath with Chief Justice White, delivers a speech on taxes, the coming constitutional convention, and the need to cut public expenditures amid a nationwide money panic. The scene includes the crowd, officials, and ceremonial proceedings at the Capitol.
The address pledges economy and reduced state expenditures while maintaining public credit. Governor Noyes receives applause as the crowd welcomes the retiring governor and the rising sun. Alphonsoart is sworn in as lieutenant governor and other state officers take office amid celebrations and music.
McConnelsville reports Morgan county gains a new jail and sheriff while roads and river conditions disrupt mail delivery. Perry and Fayette counties note heavy turkey shipments and gold transfers, with town fires, temperance efforts, and aging residents highlighted across Highland and Washington counties.
The Vinton Record reports Jonathan Brine Sr dies in McArthur aged 77 after a long married life of 54 years. Rail work progresses Karns to McArthur and Vinton station with directors choosing the Vinton route. Portsmouth elm planted in 1824 described, and local events include Circleville governor visit, Circleville whiskey exports, Meigs and Ross County items, and Circleville marriage license oddities.
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